Bleed Like Me
Garbage · 2005
45 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
An emotive blend of gritty guitars and introspective lyrics wrapped in a polished alternative rock sound.
Why this album works
'Bleed Like Me' debuted at number four on the Billboard 200, showcasing a strong commercial recovery for the band. Critical reception highlighted its raw emotionality and thematic depth, with notable reviews from outlets like Rolling Stone praising its authenticity. The album also led to a Grammy nomination for Best Electronic/Dance Album in 2006, further cementing its impact.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released in 2005, 'Bleed Like Me' marked Garbage's fifth studio album and their first after a four-year hiatus following the less commercially successful 'Beautiful Garbage'. The band sought to return to their roots with a more straightforward alternative rock sound, distancing themselves from the pop-oriented direction of their previous work. This album came during a period where Garbage was striving to reclaim their prominence in the music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Beck· Linkin Park· Green Day· Ariana Grande· Nine Inch Nails· Sonic Youth· Lana Del Rey
- If this clicks, go next to
- Not Your Kind of People — Continues the emotive themes with a modern alternative rock sound.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Bad Boyfriend".
- 1 Bad Boyfriend Start here 3:46
- 2 Run Baby Run 3:58
- 3 Right Between the Eyes 3:56
- 4 Why Do You Love Me Standout 3:54
- 5 Bleed Like Me Standout 4:01
- 6 Metal Heart 3:59
- 7 Sex Is Not the Enemy Standout 3:06
- 8 It’s All Over but the Crying 4:39
- 9 Boys Wanna Fight 4:16
- 10 Why Don’t You Come Over 3:25
- 11 Happy Home 6:02
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